How To Fix PO207 - The device type & does not contain print control &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 207

• Message text: The device type & does not contain print control &

What causes this issue?

The print control character named is not defined for this device type.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO207 - The device type & does not contain print control & ?

  The SAP error message PO207 indicates that the specified device type does not contain the required print control. This typically occurs when you are trying to print a document using a device type that is not configured to handle the specific print control commands needed for that document type.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Device Type: The device type specified in the print settings may not support the print control commands required for the document you are trying to print.
  Missing Print Control: The print control (like page formatting, special characters, etc.) is not defined for the device type in the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: The printer configuration in SAP may not be set up correctly, or the device type may not be properly defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Device Type:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check the device type assigned to the printer you are using.
  Ensure that the device type is appropriate for the type of document you are trying to print.
  
  
  
  Change Device Type:
  
  If the current device type does not support the required print control, consider changing it to a different device type that does.
  You can do this in the printer settings in SPAD.
  
  
  
  Update Print Control:
  
  If you have access to the device type configuration, you may need to add or modify the print control settings for the device type.
  This may involve customizing the device type in transaction SE78 or SE73, depending on your SAP version.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test print to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the device type and print control settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Device Types: Device types in SAP define how the output is formatted for different printers. Each device type has specific capabilities and limitations.
  Print Controls: Print controls are commands that dictate how the output should be formatted, including page layout, font settings, and special characters.
  SPAD Transaction: This transaction is used for managing printers and spool requests in SAP. It allows you to configure printers, device types, and other related settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PO207 error and successfully print your documents.